Mar 29, 2024  
Fitchburg State University 2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
Fitchburg State University 2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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SPED 3200 - Reading and Writing Methods in the Content for 5-12 Students with Moderate Disabilities


3 cr. 3 hr.

The identification of reading disabilities will be examined and various approaches to remediation of reading disabilities will be presented. Instructional and managerial strategies to differentiate reading and language-based disabilities within the content will be studied. Emphasis will be placed on exploring and designing Individualized Educational Programs based on specific student needs to plan effective instruction. Current trends in reading and their effect on students with disabilities will be discussed. Students will develop further communication and collaboration skills with peers, parents and other professionals, including those from various reading programs. In addition, the cognitive, physical, cultural, social, and emotional needs of students will be analyzed in order to develop an appropriate, comprehensive, and student-centered reading approach for each individual child.  Required for all Special Education: Moderate Disabilities 5-12 Majors.

Prerequisite(s): Successful Passage of Stage One Education Unit Review.



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